Outreach Class: Habitats Around the World

We Bring the Zoo to You!

Grades 1st & 2nd

Bring Denver Zoo’s education resources to your class. Opportunities are available for early childhood education through 12th grade students to learn about standards-based science concepts through live animal interactions, biofacts (such as skin and bones) exploration and hands-on activities in their own classroom. All classes are aligned to current Colorado Academic Standards where appropriate.

Habitats Around the World

Discover that all organisms need the same components of a habitat in order to survive: food, water, shelter and space. With the use of live animals, photos, and biofacts, learn how animals meet these basic needs in a variety of habitats from around the world.

Things to Know

Please register at least TWO weeks in advance. Requested dates are not guaranteed until confirmed by Denver Zoo. For more information call 720-337-1488; or email outreach@denverzoo.org.

Denver Zoo Outreach room requirements:

Ground level or elevator access.

An unloading and parking area close to the program location, with access for a rolling cart

At least 1 large table (6-8 feet preferred)

An adult representative in the room during the program

Some classes have additional requirements, such as extra tables or space.

No other activities during both setup and presentation

No food or drink

No other animals

Presenter will arrive 15-30 minutes prior to setup.

Due to the nature of live animals, Denver Zoo Outreach cannot guarantee which animals are at any class.

Animals used in classes may eat nuts; be aware of ALLERGIES.

If you have more than the maximum numbers of participants at your Denver Zoo Outreach class you will be charged for another class. You may request adding a class but Denver Zoo’s ability to present an additional class is not guaranteed due to the availability of instructors and animals.

Classes canceled or rescheduled with less than two weeks notice before the scheduled program date will be charged 50% of the total cost. Rescheduling will be accommodated to the best of our ability. Denver Zoo Scholarship awards funds do not apply to any cancellation fees.